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The breakneck rise of generative artificial intelligence is reshaping the technology landscape, unsettling publicly traded software vendors and forcing the world’s largest cloud platforms to commit unprecedented sums to data-center expansion. At the center of the current upheaval is Anthropic, a privately held developer of large language models whose latest financing round reportedly implied a […]
A partial federal government shutdown began early on Sunday, February 14, 2026, after lawmakers failed to reach a funding agreement before the midnight deadline. The lapse in appropriations, which took effect as many Americans prepared to celebrate Valentine’s Day, immediately curtailed non-essential government operations and placed thousands of federal employees on furlough. The shutdown was one of […]
The race to secure attractive yields on certificates of deposit (CDs) has intensified after three federal funds rate cuts in 2025. With additional reductions possible, savers examining options on Feb. 14, 2026, are finding their best opportunities in shorter-term CDs offered by online banks and credit unions. The highest nationally available rate today is 4% […]
ABC News Live published a diverse series of video reports on February 13 and 14, 2026, covering topics that ranged from weather updates and economic indicators to public-health warnings and human-interest features. Among the segments, a Valentine’s Day piece titled “Video Advice from Seniors for Valentine’s Day” offered viewers reflections from older adults as part […]
London, UK – Independent brewer BrewDog has engaged turnaround specialist AlixPartners to lead a formal process that could result in the sale of the company, adding a new chapter to nearly two years of cost-cutting, portfolio changes and leadership turnover. The Scotland-based producer of Punk IPA and other craft beers asked the advisory firm to […]
U.S. equities closed a turbulent week in negative territory, reflecting the push and pull among fears over artificial intelligence, a powerful surge in industrial shares and economic figures that offered conflicting signals on the path of interest rates. Indexes Finish Down Despite Friday Rebound The S&P 500 slipped 1.4% for the five sessions ended Feb. 13, […]
California Governor Gavin Newsom sent a pointed message to foreign leaders this week, describing former President Donald Trump as a “temporary” figure on the international stage and encouraging other nations to maintain close ties with U.S. states and cities despite changes in federal leadership. The remarks were delivered on February 13, 2026, during an appearance on […]
The search for comprehensive auto protection has intensified as many drivers look beyond state minimums to shield both vehicles and personal finances. A recent review of 20 major carriers identified the companies offering the broadest and most customizable coverage for 2026. Using a weighted rubric that emphasized optional protections, premium competitiveness, and the total number […]
The Fairfax County Circuit Court on Friday handed a 10-year prison sentence and two years of supervised probation to Brazilian au pair Juliana Peres Magalhães for her role in the 2023 killings of Joseph Ryan and Christine Banfield. Judge Penney Azcarate imposed the maximum penalty allowed under the voluntary manslaughter statute, rejecting a prosecution recommendation […]
Cohere Inc. told investors that demand from large organizations helped the enterprise artificial intelligence specialist finish 2025 with annual recurring revenue of roughly $240 million, beating an internal target of $200 million and strengthening its case for an initial public offering. The Toronto-founded company, established in 2019, outlined the figures in a February memo distributed […]
Couples preparing for marriage face many decisions, but few carry longer-term consequences than the way they manage money together. Research cited by financial educators shows that 38% of divorced individuals point to financial conflict as their primary reason for ending the relationship, underscoring the need for clear conversations long before the wedding. The following eight […]
Former President Donald Trump acknowledged that a member of his team was responsible for posting an online video containing a racist depiction of former President Barack Obama and former first lady Michelle Obama, yet confirmed that the individual has faced no disciplinary measures. Trump’s disclosure, delivered during recent remarks, centered on a short video that […]